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COTTON CANDY ICE CREAM

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  Celebrate the season with the treat that embodies summer fun (cotton candy) in the form of chilly ice cream. Cool off while enjoying a nostalgic sugar high!   Yield: 6 Servings   INGREDIENTS 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 cup milk whole 2 cup heavy whipping cream 1/2 cup cotton candy syrup (I used Jelly Belly Cotton Candy Syrup) 1 tsp vanilla extract food coloring (optional)     INSTRUCTIONS For full instructions you can go to homemadehooplah.com .

Easy Cold Brew Coffee Pie

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  This frozen, no-bake Cold Brew Coffee Pie is PHENOMENAL. Creamy, smooth and packed with coffee flavor, it's perfect for a hot day and for any coffee fanatic!   Serves: 8   Ingredients 1 (3.4 oz) box INSTANT vanilla pudding mix ¾ cup cold brew coffee (any brand is fine; I used sweetened cold brew coffee but unsweetened will work) ½ cup milk or cream 1 Tbsp pure coffee extract (or less if you want a less strong coffee flavor) 1 (8 oz) tub Cool Whip, thawed 1 prepared Oreo cookie crust Whipped cream, for garnish Dark chocolate-covered espresso beans, for garnish     Instructions For full instructions you can go to thedomesticrebel.com .

MINI CHEESECAKES

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  These Mini Cheesecakes are thick, smooth and creamy, with a little tang from some sour cream! They have a vanilla wafer crust and are topped with fresh whipped cream and berries for a classic little treat!   Yield: 12-14 Mini Cheesecake   INGREDIENTS: CRUST 1 cup (134g) vanilla wafer cookie crumbs 2 tbsp (26g) sugar 4 tbsp (56g) butter, melted   FILLING 12 ounces (339g) cream cheese, room temperature 1/2 cup (104g) sugar 2 tbsp (16g) flour 1/2 cup (115g) sour cream 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 2 eggs   TOPPING 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream, cold 5 tbsp (36g) powdered sugar 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Fresh fruit     DIRECTIONS: For full directions you can go to lifeloveandsugar.com .

GINGERBREAD WHOOPIE PIES

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  Mega soft and chewy Gingerbread Whoopie Pies stuffed with luscious cream cheese frosting will be your new favorite way to devour gingerbread!  And bonus, you get two Christmas cookies in one!   Servings: 24 pies   INGREDIENTS Cookies 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp EACH ground ginger, nutmeg, salt 1/4 teaspoon  ground cloves 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar 8 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted 1/4 cup molasses 3 tablespoons crystallized ginger, finely chopped 1 large egg 1/4 cup buttermilk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract   Cream Cheese Filling 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature 1 1/2 cups Powdered sugar 6 oz. cream cheese, cut into 6-8 pieces, softened 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch of salt Garnish (a must!) Powdered sugar for dusting     INSTRUCTIONS For full instructions you can go to carlsbadcravings.com .

Coconut Flour Brownies (paleo and super fudgy!)

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  These coconut flour brownies are super fudgy and are also paleo, grain-free and dairy-free! Topped with chocolate fudge frosting. Scroll to the bottom of the post for a how-to recipe video.   Yield: 16 brownies   Ingredients For the brownies: 1 1/3 cups (266 grams) coconut sugar, broken up if lumpy 1/3 cup (43 grams) coconut flour, sifted if lumpy 3/4 cup (86 grams) Dutch-process cocoa powder, sifted if lumpy 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup + 2 tablespoons (196 grams) coconut oil, melted (but it shouldn't be so hot that it cooks the eggs) 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 3 large eggs (50 grams each, out of shell), room temperature (it's important that they're not cold – cold eggs will make the coconut oil harden) For the frosting: 1 cup (170 grams) chopped semi-sweet chocolate or chocolate chips (make sure to use paleo chocolate) 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) milk of choice (make sure to use dairy-free milk like almond milk for paleo, but not canned coconut mi...

COCONUT FLOUR LEMON CAKE (GLUTEN FREE)

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  I’m totally in LOVE with this cake.  It’s light, springy, perfectly sweet, hinted with lemon flavor, and smothered in curd and cream. Absolutely DELICIOUS!   Yield: 2 nine inch cakes   INGREDIENTS FOR LEMON CAKE LAYERS 1 cup coconut flour (I use THIS Brand) 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 6 eggs, room temperature 6 tbsp full fat coconut milk (I use THIS brand) 6 tbsp lemon juice 1 cup butter, ghee, or coconut oil, melted 2/3 cup maple syrup or honey 1 tsp vanilla extract zest from 4 lemons 4 egg whites, room temperature   FOR TOPPINGS one batch lemon curd (get recipe here) 1 pint heavy whipping cream or coconut cream from 3 cans of chilled full fat coconut milk 1-2 tablespoons of maple syrup or honey, if desired berrie s     INSTRUCTIONS For full instructions you can go to savorylotus.com .

Paleo Fig Newtons Recipe

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  These Paleo Fig Newtons are easy, delicious, and healthy. Made with all real ingredients and sweetened only with fruit. Gluten free and vegan as well!   Ingredients Filling 10oz dried figs juice of 1 lemon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon     Crust 1 1/2 cups almond flour 2 tablespoons coconut flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce     Instructions For full instructions you can go to jaysbakingmecrazy.com .

FUDGY AVOCADO BROWNIES WITH AVOCADO FROSTING

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  These Fudgy Avocado Brownies with Avocado Frosting are an incredible gluten-free healthier brownie for when you want all the flavour without all the sin.   Ingredients 300 g dark chocolate chopped or chips 2 tbsp Coconut oil 2 medium hass avocados pitted and peeled 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup 1 tsp vanilla extract 3 eggs at room temperature 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1/2 cup less 1 Tbsp. coconut flour   For the Avocado Frosting One medium sized hass avocado pitted and peeled 3 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder 3 Tbsp maple syrup     Instructions For full instructions you can go to frugalmomeh.com .

No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Lasagna

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  No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Lasagna will make all Your Strawberries and Cream dreams come true. This is your ticket to becoming a backyard-barbecue legend, perfect for 4th of July or any other family get-togethers.    Yield: 10-12   Ingredients 2 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, divided 1 stick butter, melted 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1 cup powdered sugar 2 (8-ounce) containers frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 (16-ounce) container fresh strawberries, divided     Instructions For full instructions you can go to sugarapron.com .

PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE BARS

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  These Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are layers of utter deliciousness with a graham cracker crust, cheesecake layer and pumpkin layer. This will be perfect for all fall festivities! They're thick, sweet and full of fall spices. Impress your family and friends at all the holiday gatherings with this beautifully layered dessert!   Servings: 16   INGREDIENTS For the Crust: 1 1/2 c graham cracker crumbs 3 TB granulated sugar 5 TB melted butter     For the Cheesecake Layer: 8 oz cream cheese softened 1/4 c sour cream 1/3 c granulated sugar 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 2 eggs     For the Pumpkin Layer: 3 egg yolks 15 oz can solid-packed pumpkin puree 1/2 c packed brown sugar 1/2 c milk 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1 envelope unflavored gelatin 1/4 c cold water 1/4 c granulated sugar 3 egg whites pinch cream of tartar     For the Garnish: whipped cream (or toppin...

BETTER THAN DOUBLETREE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

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  DoubleTree chocolate chip cookies are amazing, but this chocolate chip cookie recipe is even BETTER than the DoubleTree Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe!! It’s gooey and full of chocolate, oats, and walnuts. Plus, these are HUGE cookies!   Yield: 20 Cookies   INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup old fashioned oats 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup unsalted butter, melted 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice 2 large eggs 3 cups chocolate chips (use your favorite kind) 1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts     DIRECTIONS: For full directions you can go to crazyforcrust.com .

Pineapple Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

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  It’s bursting with spice flavor and completed with a dense and tangy blanket of cream cheese frosting on top.    yield: Serves 12-15   Ingredients: 2 and 1/2 cups (312g) all-purpose flour, spoon & leveled 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon EACH ground cloves, ground ginger, + ground nutmeg 1 cup canola (240ml) or vegetable oil1 1 and 1/4 cup (250g) packed light or dark brown sugar 1/3 cup (67g) granulated sugar 4 large eggs, at room temperature 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 3 large carrots, grated (about 2 cups)2 1 cup (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained3 1 cup (125g) chopped walnuts     Cream Cheese Frosting 8 ounces (224g) full-fat block cream cheese, softened to room temperature 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature 3 cups (360g) confectioners' sugar, plus an extra 1/4 cup if needed 1 teaspoon pure vanilla ex...

NO BAKE KEY LIME CHEESECAKE IN A JAR

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  These 4 ounce low carb and gluten free no bake key lime cheesecake in a jar desserts are perfect for any summer party. They taste just like a key lime pie.   Servings: 8 people   Ingredients Crust: 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons almond flour 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 1/2 tablespoons low carb sweetener or Natvia 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted     Stabilized whipped cream: 1 teaspoon grass-fed gelatin 4 teaspoons cold water 1 cup heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons low carb sweetener powdered     Filling: 12 ounces cream cheese softened 1/4 cup low carb sweetener 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract zest of 2 key limes juice from 4 key limes about 3 tablespoons     Instructions For full instructions you can go to lowcarbyum.com .

Mini Salted Caramel Cheesecakes

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  Mini Salted Caramel Cheesecakes – creamy bite-sized cheesecakes with a graham cracker crust and topped with a delicious salted caramel.   Servings: 18   Ingredients For crust 2 1/4 cups crushed graham crackers 2 tbsp brown sugar 1/2 cup butter melted, 1 stick     For cheesecake 16 oz cream cheese 2 packages 4 tbsp sugar 1/4 cup sour cream 2 eggs 2 tbsp all purpose flour 1/8 tsp salt     For Topping 18 tbsp salted caramel kosher salt     Instructions For full instructions you can go to jocooks.com .

STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM ANGEL FOOD CAKE

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  This Strawberries and Cream Angel Food Cake. You guys – it is AMAZING!!! It was simple to make and looked gorgeous!   INGREDIENTS Angel Food Cake Mix (and ingredients listed on back) Angel Food Cake Pan 4 oz. Cream Cheese (softened) ¼ cup butter, softened ½ cup powdered sugar 1 small container Cool Whip 1 box white chocolate or vanilla pudding 1½ cups milk ½ teaspoon vanilla 1 pint strawberries (half chopped up and the other half left whole)     INSTRUCTIONS For full instructions you can go to lilluna.com .

PALEO HOMEMADE TWIX BARS

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  These Paleo Homemade Twix Bars have all the delicious layers of the popular candy, but made with wholesome ingredients. Sweet, delicious, and easy to make. They also happen to be gluten free, dairy free, and vegan. You will absolutely love these!   Servings: 16 bars   Ingredients Shortbread 2 cups almond flour 2 tablespoons coconut flour 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/3 cup melted coconut oil 1/3 cup maple syrup     Caramel Layer 1/2 cup creamy almond butter 1/3 cup melted coconut oil 1/3 cup maple syrup 1/4 teaspoon salt if nut butter isn't salted 1 teaspoon vanilla     Chocolate Layer 1/4 cup melted coconut oil 1/4 cup cacao powder 2 tablespoons maple syrup pinch salt     Instructions For full instructions you can go to jaysbakingmecrazy.com .

Coconut Cupcakes with Lime Buttercream Frosting

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  These coconut cupcakes with lime buttercream frosting have a triple dose of coconut in the cupcakes and a soft, buttery texture. Then they’re topped with creamy, fluffy lime frosting & toasted coconut. These are the perfect tropical cupcake recipe!   Servings: 12 Cupcakes   Ingredients Coconut Cupcakes 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut 1 cup all purpose flour 2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter , room temperature 3/4 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract 2/3 cup coconut milk , mixed very well*     Lime Buttercream Frosting 1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut , for decorating (optional) 3/4 cup unsalted butter , softened to room temperature 1.5 tablespoons lime zest 3.5-4.5 cup powdered sugar , sifted 2 tablespoons lime juice , freshly squeezed - not from the bottle 1 tablespoon whipping cream , if needed 2-3 drops green food coloring , opt...

LEMON ELDERFLOWER CAKE (COPYCAT ROYAL WEDDING CAKE)

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  This Lemon Elderflower Cake is my copycat version of the royal wedding cake! Elderflower infused lemon cake layers with lemon curd and elderflower buttercream.    Servings: 16   INGREDIENTS Lemon Cake: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 Tbsp baking powder 3/4 tsp salt 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature 1 Tbsp lemon zest from one large lemon 2 cups granulated sugar 4 large eggs room temperature 2 tsp vanilla 2/3 cup milk room temperature 1/3 cup lemon juice fresh squeezed, from one medium lemon     Lemon Curd: 4 large eggs 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup lemon juice fresh squeezed, from one large lemon 1 Tbsp lemon zest from one large lemon 6 Tbsp unsalted butter cubed     Elderflower Swiss Meringue Buttercream: 6 large egg whites 2 cups granulated sugar 3 cups unsalted butter room temperature 2-4 Tbsp elderflower cordial to taste     Assembly: elderflower cordial/syrup     INSTRUCTIONS For full instruction...

VEGAN CHOCOLATE LAVENDER CUPCAKES (GLUTEN-FREE OPTION)

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  These cupcakes are inspired by an old (non-vegan) recipe of mine for chocolate lavender cupcakes. I adored these cupcakes and have been meaning to make a vegan version for a while now. So here they are!   Servings: 12 cupcakes   INGREDIENTS FOR THE SUGAR-FREE LAVENDER BUTTERCREAM 1 tbsp dried lavender buds + extra for decoration 125 g good-tasting dairy-free butter 200 g xylitol mixed in a blender on high power for a few minutes until it turns to powder* A small amount of natural violet food dye optional     FOR THE CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES 175 g spelt flour or all-purpose gluten-free flour 1 tsp bicarbonate soda A pinch of salt 50 g cocoa powder 225 g coconut sugar** 275 ml hot water 60 ml sunflower oil or other mild-tasting vegetable oil 1 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar     INSTRUCTIONS For full instructions you can go to wallflowerkitchen.com .

VEGAN VANILLA BIRTHDAY CAKE

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  I know, it’s weird that vanilla cake is controversial, but while some people have had great luck with this recipe, others haven’t, so I want to devote the next couple of paragraphs to troubleshooting, and hopefully we will all have happy vegan vanilla cakes in our bellies.   Yield: One 3 layer 6-inch cake   INGREDIENTS FOR THE CAKE: 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) non-dairy milk (soy, almond, rice) 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons (230 grams) granulated sugar 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons (110 ml) vegetable oil 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste 2 cups (250 grams) unbleached all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons cornstarch 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt     FOR THE FROSTING : 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks, 170 grams) non-hydrognated margerine (I used Earth Balance Buttery Sticks) 3/4 cup (170 grams) non-hydrogented shortening (I used Spectrum Organics) 3 1/2 cups (440 grams) powdered ...